Key Takeaway

AIRBAG CIRCUIT/CLOCK SPRING WIRING CONNECTOR by ALPS ELECTRIC CO., LTD was recalled on December 28, 2010. What to do: ALPS ELECTRIC IS NOT CONDUCTING A RECALL CAMPAIGN. VOLVO CARS AND JAGUAR LAND ROVER ARE EACH CONDUCTING A RECALL CAMPAIGN ON THEIR RESPECTIVE VEHICLE...

NHTSA Ongoing

AIRBAG CIRCUIT/CLOCK SPRING WIRING CONNECTOR

Recalled: December 28, 2010 ~12,702 units affected 10E060

Description

ALPS ELECTRIC HAS REPORTED THAT CERTAIN AIR BAG CLOCKSPRINGS IT MANUFACTURED AND IT SOLD TO VOLVO CARS AND JAGUAR LAND ROVER AS ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT FOR USE IN THEIR VEHICLE PRODUCTS ARE DEFECTIVE. THERE MAY BE AN INTERMITTENT FAULT IN THE DRIVER'S AIRBAG CLOCKSPRING WIRING CONNECTOR FOR THE SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM.

Injuries / Consequence

IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE DRIVER'S FRONTAL AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY AS INTENDED OR AT ALL, AND THEREFORE WILL NOT BE ABLE TO PROPERLY PROTECT THE DRIVER, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURIES.

Remedy

ALPS ELECTRIC IS NOT CONDUCTING A RECALL CAMPAIGN. VOLVO CARS AND JAGUAR LAND ROVER ARE EACH CONDUCTING A RECALL CAMPAIGN ON THEIR RESPECTIVE VEHICLES ON WHICH THE DEFECTIVE EQUIPMENT WAS INSTALLED. VOLVO AND JAGUAR LAND ROVER WILL NOTIFY THEIR OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL PROVIDE A REMEDY FREE OF CHARGE. FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE SEE VOLVO'S RECALL CAMPAIGN 10V-489 OR JAGUAR LAND ROVER'S RECALL CAMPAIGN 10V-581.

Products Affected

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Company Information

ALPS ELECTRIC CO., LTD

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is this recall still active?

Check the status badge at the top of this page. "Ongoing" means the recall is still active and you should follow the remedy instructions. "Completed" or "Terminated" means the recall process has concluded, though the safety issue remains relevant for any unrepaired products.

How do I check if my product is affected?

Compare the model number, lot code, serial number, or date range listed in the recall notice with the information on your product's label or packaging. For vehicles, check your VIN at NHTSA.gov/Recalls.

What remedy is available for this recall?

The listed remedy for this recall is: ALPS ELECTRIC IS NOT CONDUCTING A RECALL CAMPAIGN. VOLVO CARS AND JAGUAR LAND ROVER ARE EACH CONDUCTING A RECALL CAMPAIGN ON THEIR RESPECTIVE VEHICLES ON WHICH THE DEFECTIVE EQUIPMENT WAS INSTALLED....

Where can I find the original recall notice?

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